Beth F. Cobert

Ms. Cobert was named Chief Executive Officer of Skillful in April 2017. Skillful is an initiative of the Markle Foundation, which helps all Americans to keep up with the rapid transformations that automation and other technological advancements are bringing to jobs in the digital economy. She served as the Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management from July 2015 to January 2017, and as the Deputy Director for Management of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget from October 2013 to July 2015. From 2001 to October 2013, Ms. Cobert served as a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company, a global business strategy consulting firm. From 1990 to 2001, Ms. Cobert was a Partner at McKinsey & Company. She joined the firm in 1984 and served in various leadership roles.